Range Roofing’s Nick Haves explained: “The main plan area is timber, so we could use traditional mechanical fixing techniques; the other element is a concrete slab overlaid with infill material, plus over the years there have been several lots of repairs undertaken.

“As a result the thickness varies massively across the roof, up to 500mm in places! It also had a variety of fall across its span, and screed. We therefore needed a method that delivered optimum adjustability, hence our choice of isoweld®.”

Wider material

He added: “Protan’s ability to provide wider material was a big benefit too, giving us greater flexibility in our positioning of the fixings, not necessarily at close centres, yet still ensuring the roof would perform. It also offers environmental benefits, which complemented the end use of the building.”

Due for completion in spring 2017, the IESD will deliver a space where industry can work alongside the University of Chester’s Faculty of Science and Engineering to new power saving and distribution technologies for low cost, environmentally responsible energy sources.

It is being funded through the Growth Deal awarded to Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership (CWLEP). Philip Cox, Chief Executive of CWLEP, said: “The IESD is a nationally significant project that will be a flagship for the site.”

Protan SE, available in 1.2mm, 1.6mm and 1.8mm, is developed to cope with even the most extreme weather conditions without detriment: it is certified to ≤ -30°. Hot-air welded at joints and mechanically fixed to the roof, the membrane achieves durability in excess of 30 years, with air leakage controlled/minimised in line with latest building regulations.

It has been proven to perform with the SFS intec isoweld® 3000 field fastening system solution for flat roofs. Isoweld® works with induction technology and is non-penetrating. Secure attachment is achieved through the welding of the membrane to a dedicated stress plate, independent of the membrane overlaps.

Protan SE membrane is under the Green Guide, accredited with achieving a A+ rating. The single ply membrane is just part of Protan’s comprehensive quality offering, which includes green and protected roofing solutions, all fully BBA certified.

Established some 75 years ago, and still privately-owned, Protan is one of the top three membrane manufacturers in Europe. A manufacturing member of SPRA, Protan can provide a full support service, from a comprehensive RIBA-approved CPD programme in single ply membranes, NBS specification and in-house CAD design through to technical advice from Protan UK’s Warrington office and training facility.

Birmingham Roofing Services

Birmingham Roofing Services was established over 25 years ago. We offer an affordable yet high quality service undertaking both commercial and domestic roofing servcies. We give free estimates and advice and a ‘no pressure’ sales policy. We are rightly proud of our work and our independently verified testimonials can attest to the quality of our service.